Andhra King Taluka is an upcoming Indian Telugu-language drama film that has generated significant buzz for its unique premise—it’s billed as a “Biopic of a Fan.” Directed by Mahesh Babu P. and starring Ram Pothineni, the movie is set to be a heartfelt tribute to the passionate fan culture surrounding Telugu cinema, particularly recreating the nostalgic atmosphere of small-town theatres in the early 2000s.
📝 Movie Overview (Wiki)
| Detail | Information |
| Title | Andhra King Taluka (Telugu: ఆంధ్ర కింగ్ తాలూకా) |
| Genre | Drama, Action, Romance |
| Language | Telugu |
| Inspired By | Fan Culture / Biopic of a Fan |
| Director | Mahesh Babu P. (Known for Miss Shetty, Mr Polishetty) |
| Producers | Naveen Yerneni, Ravi Shankar Yalamanchili |
| Production Co. | Mythri Movie Makers |
| Music Director | Vivek–Mervin (Telugu Debut) |
| Theatrical Release | November 28, 2025 |
🌟 Main Cast & Key Characters
The film features a blend of established stars and rising talent, anchored by Ram Pothineni and Kannada superstar Upendra.
| Actor | Role / Character | Notes |
| Ram Pothineni | Sagar | The protagonist, an “Energetic Star”, is playing a dedicated, die-hard fan. |
| Upendra Rao | ‘Andhra King’ Surya Kumar | The cinematic superstar that Sagar idolises. Upendra plays a pivotal supporting role. |
| Bhagyashri Borse | Maha Laxmi | The Female Lead, marking her second Telugu film. |
| Rao Ramesh | Sagar’s Father | Veteran actor in a crucial supporting role. |
| Murali Sharma | Appears to play a theatre owner or prominent local figure. | |
| Rahul Ramakrishna | Supporting role, possibly as Sagar’s friend. | |
| Satya | Supporting role. | |
| VTV Ganesh | Supporting role. |
🎥 Crew & Technical Team
The film boasts an experienced and celebrated technical crew, ensuring high production quality.
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Director & Writer: Mahesh Babu Pachigolla.
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Producers: Naveen Yerneni & Yalamanchili Ravi Shankar (Under the banner Mythri Movie Makers).
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Music: Vivek–Mervin (Musical duo making their debut in Telugu cinema).
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Cinematography (DOP): Siddhartha Nuni.
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Editor: A. Sreekar Prasad (National Award-winning veteran).
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Production Designer: Avinash Kolla.
📜 Plot & Concept
Andhra King Taluka is a fictionalised narrative that pays homage to the cult of stardom in South India.
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Premise: The story centres on Sagar (Ram Pothineni), an ardent, starry-eyed fan whose entire life, identity, and relationships are shaped by his admiration for his cinematic idol, ‘Andhra King’ Surya Kumar (Upendra).
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Theme: The film explores the thin line between deep admiration and unhealthy obsession, delving into the emotional drama and life choices of an individual whose existence revolves around celebrating someone else’s glory.
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Setting: The teasers and promos suggest the film successfully recreates the vibe and excitement of small-town theatres and the “First Day First Show” ritual cherished by moviegoers in the early 2000s.
